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Nanotechnology-Based Concrete Materials: A Revolutionary Approach
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01086726

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Order URL: http://worldcat.org/issn/07386826

Abstract:

The mechanical behavior of concrete materials depends on structural elements and phenomena that occur on a micro and a nano scale. As a result, nanotechnology can: modify the molecular structure of concrete material to improve the material's bulk properties; improve significantly the mechanical performance, volume stability, durability, and sustainability of concrete; and have revolutionary effects, allowing the development of cost-effective, high-performance, and long-lasting products and processes for cement and concrete, within the ideals of sustainable development. In addition, nanoengineering and the modification of concrete materials can lead to unprecedented uses of concrete materials, as well as new classifications of concrete, with extensive applications for the concrete infrastructure of transportation. [Entire article]

Language:

English

Authors:

Birgisson, Bjorn

Pagination:

p 26

Publication Date:

2007-11

Serial:

TR News

Issue Number: 253
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISSN: 0738-6826

Media Type:

Print

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Subject Areas:

Highways; Materials; I32: Concrete

Files:

TRIS, TRB

Created Date:

Jan 28 2008 11:35AM

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